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data model provides an abstract, conceptual framework; a concrete syntax is also required and XML is used for this purpose. The XML namespace mechanism serves to identify RDF Schem...
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With the explosive growth of embedded computing hardware, it is possible to conceive many new networked robotic applications for diverse domains ranging from urban search and resc...